Itinerary

Day 1	Meeting in airport, transfer to hotel in Hanoi. Group meeting in afternoon . Overnight inHanoi
Day2	Hanoi - Cam thuy (+- 115km  asphalt road )  After breakfast in hotel .We transfer southwest to  Xuan Mai- Hoa Binh Province and then we cycling to  Cam Thuy. Cycling belong of  Ma river.  The road gets more beautiful the closer you ride to  CamThuy with looming karst limestone cliffs and lush bamboo forest . Overnight in a small hotel of  Cam Thuy. (B,L,D)
Day3	Cam Thuy- Thai Hoa( +- 120 km asphalt road ) Ride  on the newly built two lane Ho Chi Minhtrails Highway there is very few traffic! The road makes for smooth fast riding,  plenty of exploring possibilities along the way. Ride  on the banks of River Song Chu, the distance covered today is quite long and there will be the chance to transfer some sections by the back-up vehicle to rest weary legs. There are fewer villages today as the route cuts through forests and jungle. Arrival ThaiHoa very late. Dinner and overnight Thai Hoa guesthouse.   Overnight in Thai Hoa. (B,L,D)
Day4	ThaiHoa- PhoChau ( +- 120km, asphalt road ) The ride is on smooth road and passing peaceful villages and stunning mountain range Overnight in PhoChau.(B,L,D)
Day 5	PhoChau- Phong Nha cave ( 140km )  Our ride today toward Phong Nha National Park. Lunch stop on the way.( Please take note that Mini bus standby with 100% support ). Upon arrival in Phong Nha  check in Hotel. Overnight on the hotel in Phong Nha . .(B,L,D)
Day 6	Phong Nha-Dong Hoi relax ( +- 50 km, asphalt road )  After breakfast we take boat trip visit Phong Nha Cave, which is a World Heritage Site.  Pm:  riding to Dong Hoi.  Dinner and Overnight in Dong Hoi
Day 7	Dong Hoi- Dong Ha(  Cycling +- 90km, asphalt road ) Breakfast in the hotel, today we will  cycling in " DMZ "  area with  "Truong Son National Cemetery " where some hundred of thousand soldiers of North Vietnam who served in army during Vietnam War are resting in peace, visit Vinh moc tunnel is optional.  Dinner and overnight in Dong Ha. .(B,L,D)
Day 8	Dong Ha- A Luoi (  Cycling +-120km, asphalt road ) Cycling to old military base, with " Da Krong River ". The ride  with river and tribal villages along the road. End of  riding day in Aluoi. Overnight in A Luoi .(B,L,D)
Day 9	A Luoi- Hue(  Cycling +- 60km, asphalt road ) Hard cycling up to high pass. Begin the beautiful ride downhill 40km to  Hue city. In the afternoon, riding end in Hue . Overnight in Hue .(B,L,D) . Fare well dinner and end of trip
Email us for details itinerary: info@bikingvietnam.com: bikingvietnam@mail.com

Tour Cost	Guide tour Group Size  2  Group tour ( maximum 15 people ) Price /person 1,375 USD  1,049 USD Single supplement : 170 USD Self Guide Group Size  2 Price /person 975 USD Self guide tour only have Mini bus for whole trip stand by , bicycle, hotel with breakfast Note: Prices are based per person, double occupancy, with a separate cost for solo travelers. If you are traveling in a group but prefer single accommodations, a single supplement fee applies. Triple accommodations are not available in many of the destinations we visit.
Best Time to go	From October to May Start End Prices in US$ 20/Dec/2011 31/Dec/2011 1,349 12/Dec/2012 23/Dec/2012 1,349 2/Feb/2012 13/Feb/2012 1,349 15/Mar/2012 26/Mar/2012 1,259 4/Apr/2012 15/Apr/2012 1,359 18/May/2012 29/May/2012 1,359 30/May/2012 10/Jun/2012 1,359 14/Sep/2012 25/Sep/2012 1,359 20/Sep/2012 1/Oct/2012 1,549 5/Oct/2012 16/Oct/2012 1,569 12/Dec/2012 23/Dec/2012 1,569 21/Dec/2012 2/Jan/2013 1,599
WHAT'S INCLUDED	English speaking local guide accommodations in hotels in Hanoi, Hue with 3 star hotel.  Local hotel around trip as mention Meals as mention with B= breakfast, L= Lunch, D= dinner. airport transfers sightseeing and activities as noted in the itinerary ground transportation additional guides where necessary entrance fees and permits basic medical
WHAT NOT	International airfare; meals not noted on itinerary; Vietnam visa; insurance other than basic medical ; optional tipping to leader, guides and local staff; excess baggage charges; international airport taxes; cost of medical immunizations; items of a personal nature (alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.).
Bike Hire	Surly cross check , Kona sutra, Trek 520 =180USD for whole trip Bikes suggest: Road bikes, Cyclo cross, Touring 700cc.  If you bring your bike please ensure that you bike is in good working order before you leave on tour. If you are not the most mechanically minded we suggest that you get your bike looked at by a professional bike mechanic. In particularly we would suggest looking and adjusting all wheel spokes, greasing all your bearings, checking your brakes/gears cable, tighten all nuts and bolts, check chain, quick release clamps, tires and put in new inner tubes and check wheel rims are not worn. In addition make sure the bike is well serviced and ride it with as much care and attention as possible.
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Total Distance	+- 900 km
Number of cycling days	10 full days
Average Daily Distance	95km
Off Road	0%
Max altitude	800 metres
Road Surface	This tour follows a mix of asphalt roads.
Support	One or two 16-seats air-conditioned transit vans converted to take bikes and bikers.
Group Size	Minimum 2 person. Maximum  group 10 person.
Staff	Vietnamese cycling leader plus a Vietnamese cycling guide and drivers and assistants, support team.
Accommodation	8 nights in basic tourist class  hotels. All accommodation in hotel has a/c or fan, hot water and private facilities. 3 night in good hotel.
Food	# All meals are included except on Day 1. Break every 15- 20 km ( 10 miles)  for tea break with water, coffee ,tea, juice, bread, tuna ,banana, apple... including # During the " BikingVietnam.com"  the main meals are breakfast and the evening meal. Thus, breakfast should be large and substantial (and include cereals). We recommend that all participants should bring a supply of their favorite cereals as many of the hotels where we stay don't yet have cereal on offer at breakfast. # For lunch (picnic) you will need to make sandwiches in the morning, and take some fruit. We recommend you also bring along some of your favorite energy bars. # The evening meal will be in a restaurant, and precooked by the Organizers. We will make sure there are always plenty of carbohydrates and protein on the menu. # Don't forget adequate hydration is as important as a good meal and so you should make sure you carry enough water with you. In some stages there is no where to “top up” along the way. Follow your guides instructions for each stage. We recommend you use a hydration pack with at least 2l capacity, rather than water bottles. The water bottles don't carry as much water, plus it will get warm during the day, they are not as hygienic and the water bottle cage can get in the way when you may have to carry your bike. NUTRITION We recommend you should bring nutrition  as  details: * Hammer Gel energy gels are 100% pure complex carbohydrates * Clif Bar energy bars are a great-tasting, convenient source of energy for any activity. Made with 70% organic ingredients Mix of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber promote steady increase in blood sugar levels followed by a gradual decline for sustained energy 4:1 ratio of carbohydrates to protein; excellent for post workout recovery "
Biking Grade	Active
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